Man fatally shot and police officer injured in Waikato
Tom Phillips has been shot dead by police following a reported burglary at a commercial property in the Waitomo District. During the incident, a police officer was shot in the head and is in serious condition. A second person has been taken into custody.
+48 outlets · Fugitive Tom Phillips dead after police shootout in Waikato
Tom Phillips was shot dead by police following a shootout near Piopio. A police officer was wounded during the incident, and one child was found well and uninjured at a campsite. Police are still searching for two other children.
+37 outlets · St John breached care standards after man died from building site injury
The Health and Disability Commissioner found St John breached care standards following a 2021 incident in Auckland. A 43-year-old man died from blood loss after an ambulance delay forced his son to drive him to hospital. The ambulance arrived 30 minutes after the man had already been transported.
+15 outlets · Coalition would lose power in latest Taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll
The latest Taxpayers’ Union-Curia poll suggests the current coalition could not form a government if an election were held today. While National saw a slight increase in support, Labour is currently neck-and-neck with the major party. A combination of Labour, the Greens, and Te Pāti Māori would hold a thin majority.
4 outlets · Queenstown landlord fined for operating unlawful boarding houses
Conrad Joseph Lawrence Goodger and his companies have been ordered to pay $81,050 for operating four illegal boarding houses in Queenstown. The Tenancy Tribunal found the properties were overcrowded and lacked proper fire safety, ventilation, and sanitation. The fine is to be paid on behalf of 117 affected tenants.
4 outlets · Single-vehicle crash closes State Highway 25 near Whangamatā
A single-vehicle crash on State Highway 25 near Whangamatā has resulted in one death and serious injuries. Police were called to the scene on Monday morning, and the highway is currently closed between Whangamatā and Whiritoa.
4 outlets · Tom Phillips killed in police shootout after Marokopa children found
Fugitive Tom Phillips was fatally shot by police in western Waikato after an attempt to break into a Piopio store. While one child has been found safe, police are still searching for the whereabouts of two other children. The mother of the children expressed a mix of relief and sadness regarding the incident.
4 outlets · Prominent sportsman found not guilty of injuring infant
A jury has unanimously found a prominent sportsman not guilty in the Dunedin District Court. The man, whose name is suppressed, faced charges of injuring with reckless disregard and assault after a baby was found to have multiple broken bones.
4 outlets · Auckland trial begins for woman accused of murdering two children
Hakyung Lee is facing trial in the Auckland High Court for the alleged murder of her two children. The bodies were reportedly discovered in suitcases within a storage unit in August 2022. Lee has previously pleaded not guilty to the charges.
3 outlets · Tom Phillips shot dead by police during Waikato manhunt
The search for fugitive Tom Phillips ended fatally in rural Waikato after he was shot by police. One officer was injured in the confrontation, and one of Phillips' children was taken into custody. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described the incident as sad and tragic.
+15 outlets · Senior mental health nurse fails to win job back after dismissal
Anthony Lockington has failed in a bid for temporary reinstatement after being sacked by Health NZ for serious misconduct. The service manager was dismissed following complaints that he excluded, undermined, and humiliated a colleague at Hillmorton Hospital. Lockington is currently challenging the decision through the Employment Relations Authority.
3 outlets · Fugitive Tom Phillips killed during Waitomo burglary
Tom Phillips has been killed following a police shooting during a burglary in Waitomo on Monday morning. Phillips had been missing with his three children since 2021. During the incident, a police officer was shot in the head.
4 outlets · Government signs contract for new battery-electric trains in lower North Island
The Government has signed a contract with Alstom to provide 18 battery-electric trains for the Manawatū and Wairarapa rail lines. The new fleet is expected to enter service from 2030, replacing diesel locomotives. The project aims to double peak-time services in the region within five years.
3 outlets · Tom Phillips shot dead after four years on the run
Fugitive Tom Phillips died on Te Anga Road following an exchange of gunfire with police. A police officer sustained head and shoulder injuries during the incident. The three children who had been missing for 1,358 days were found safe.
+26 outlets · Primary school teachers to vote on strike after rejecting pay offer
Primary school teachers will vote on strike action following the rejection of a pay offer between 2.7% and 4.6% over two years. The NZEI union stated the proposal failed to address cost-of-living pressures. Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche has warned that strikes would impact students and working parents.
2 outlets · Northland College plans to become a charter school
Northland College in Kaikohe intends to transition to a charter school to improve achievement for its predominantly Māori students. The school has the backing of Ngāpuhi, which will provide governance and cultural support. It is the first state school to publicly announce this move.
3 outlets · Most of Oturehua's main street is on the market
Five simultaneous retirements have put most of the main street in Oturehua up for sale. Available properties include three homes, two bed-and-breakfasts, an accommodation park, a historic pub, and New Zealand's oldest continuously operating general store.
3 outlets · Total lunar eclipse visible across New Zealand before dawn
Early risers across New Zealand had the opportunity to view a total lunar eclipse on Monday morning. The event occurred as the moon passed through Earth's shadow, creating a crimson glow. Otago Museum director Ian Griffin described the scene as breathtaking.
3 outlets · New Zealand income growth ranks near bottom of global comparisons
New Zealand's real gross domestic product per capita growth has ranked 37th out of 43 countries over the last two years. When measured over the past decade, the country ranks 25th out of 43. Reports suggest recent economic conditions have pushed wage growth to the lower end of global rankings.
3 outlets · Work begins on Forté Health hospital expansion in Christchurch
Forté Health has broken ground on a major new facility on Kilmore Street. The expansion aims to triple the hospital's bed capacity and nearly double its theatre space. The project is expected to be completed by mid-2027.
2 outlets · All Whites seek improved performance in deciding Soccer Ashes clash
New Zealand captain Chris Wood says the All Whites must improve their performance to defeat the Socceroos in Auckland. Following a missed chance in Canberra, Wood is looking for redemption in this deciding Soccer Ashes match.
2 outlets · Pedestrian critically injured after being struck by train in Timaru
A pedestrian was critically injured after being hit by a locomotive on a rail bridge near Saltwater Creek in Redruth. Emergency services responded to the incident around 3.30pm on Monday. The individual has been airlifted to Christchurch Hospital for treatment.
2 outlets · New players join All Blacks squad ahead of second Springboks test
Luke Jacobson, Caleb Clarke and George Bell have joined the All Blacks squad as injury cover for the upcoming test against the Springboks in Wellington. Coach Scott Robertson noted that Emoni Narawa is doubtful, while Noah Hotham is also in contention for selection.
2 outlets · Erin Patterson sentenced to life imprisonment for mushroom murders
Erin Patterson has been sentenced to life in prison by a Victorian Supreme Court judge. The 50-year-old will be eligible to apply for parole after serving 33 years. Patterson will serve her sentence at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre.
2 outlets · Wellington pedestrian bridge closed ahead of planned demolition
The City to Sea bridge over Jervois Quay has been fenced off as the council prepares for its demolition. The pedestrian link, which connects the city to the waterfront, is slated for removal alongside another footbridge near the planned Fale Malae cultural centre.
2 outlets · National average weekly rent falls to lowest level since 2023
New Zealand's average weekly rental price dropped to $628 in August 2025, a 3% decrease from the previous year. Data from realestate.co.nz shows rental listings increased by 16% year-on-year, with Wellington experiencing a significant 11.8% decline in prices.
2 outlets · Secondary teachers union recommends rejecting improved pay offer
The Post Primary Teachers' Association has recommended that secondary teachers reject a revised government pay offer. The union states the new proposal remains below the rate of inflation. Teachers have until Thursday to vote on the settlement, which could lead to further strike action.
4 outlets · Person rescued after falling into Christchurch rubbish transfer station pit
Firefighters from the Anzac station were called to Bromley on Sunday afternoon after a person fell into a trash area. Fire and Emergency NZ reported that the individual was not badly injured. This incident follows a council confirmation that 28 people have been spotted in refuse pits.
2 outlets · Two people sentenced for severe neglect of two Auckland dogs
Two individuals have been prosecuted and sentenced following the severe neglect of two dogs in Auckland. One of the animals was found in such poor condition that it had to be euthanised. The SPCA was initially alerted to the situation in March 2022.
2 outlets · Southland man Jonas Lindsay dies suddenly in his sleep
Jonas Lindsay, a 22-year-old man from Gore, passed away at his home in the early hours of Thursday, 4 September. His parents discovered him when he failed to wake up. While preliminary post-mortem results remain unclear, his family described him as a selfless individual who lived life to the maximum.
3 outlets · New aged care village approved for Hokitika site
Approval has been granted for a Radius Residential Care facility on the former Hokitika racecourse site. The development will include a rest home, hospital, and specialised dementia care to serve the West Coast region.
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